Any fig fans out there? Figs are naturally delicious and sweet and are everywhere this time of year so I decided to make protein shake with them. I make this simple one depending on my mood using natural protein powder when I just want to taste the fig, chai when I want to spice it up, and vanilla when I am indifferent.
Fig Chia Protein Shake
Makes 1 serving
1- 1 1/2 c unsweetened almond milk, or non dairy milk of choice (used So Delicious Unsweetened Almond Milk Plus, for extra protein)
5 mission figs
1 scoop chai, vanilla, or natural protein powder (used Vega One Chai for this one, love it with all 3 flavors)
1 TBSP chia seeds, plus extra for sprinkling on top
ice, optional
Place everything into a Vitamix, or high-speed blender, and blend until smooth. Pour into glass, sprinkle with chia seeds, enjoy!
As a Vega Recipe Ambassador I receive Vega products, which I used as an option in this recipe. I use Vega not because it is given to me but because it has been my plant-based protein of choice since before I started blogging and some recipes are made with Vega products I purchase. I only write about foods I love, my blog is an extension of my hobby to make fun healthy food creations for me and my family.
Heather McClees (@TheSoulfulSpoon)
Oh my gosh, this looks AMAZING. Black mission figs are my heart’s desire. I make ALL my raw energy bars/bites with them instead of dates that most people use. This is excellent! I’ve got all the ingredients and think I’ll have this for lunch today! Pinning now, and will share on my blog this Friday!:) Thanks!!
awhiskandtwowands
Thank you! I am a fig fan too and I have more fig recipes and smoothies coming! 🙂 Thank you for the share and support!